Michael O'Connor glad to see back of hardest year of his career

Notts County captain Michael O’Connor has expressed his delight at closing the chapter on the hardest year of his career in returning from a long-term injury.

The midfielder had been out for almost a year after damaging his ligaments and meniscus in the Magpies' 3-1 loss to Portsmouth last April.

Following surgery and months of rehabilitation, O'Connor made his long-awaited comeback in Easter Monday’s clash at Accrington, where he played the last 13 minutes of the 1-0 defeat.

The 31-year-old says the recovery period has been tough, but is hoping he can now play a part in the last few games of the season.

“The longest period of time I have been out for before I got this injury was 13 weeks after having a groin operation when I was at Port Vale,” O’Connor told the Nottingham Post.

“It’s been hard, probably the hardest year of my career having to sit on the sidelines and watch the boys do so well.

“It’s obviously brilliant that they have had that success but I want to be a part of it. There are still seven games left so hopefully I can play some part.

“I’ve been getting closer to fitness for the last few weeks and I’ve played in three reserve games too so I’m available and raring to go.”

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